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The Imperial

2.5 star property
Travelers find a perfect urban retreat in Huning Highland Historic District where mornings begin with coffee and evenings wind down with handcrafted cocktails

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The Imperial, in Huning Highland Historic District, offers a vibrant retreat with an outdoor pool, bar, and three on-site restaurants. Guests enjoy practical amenities like laundry facilities and free self-parking.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
701 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87102

What's nearby

  • Fresenius Medical Care at Lovelace Medical Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Albuquerque Convention Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of New Mexico - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sunshine Theater - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of New Mexico Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 14 min walk
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪66 Diner - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tucanos Brazilian Grill - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Imperial

Motel near University of New Mexico
Near Albuquerque Convention Center, The Imperial provides a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities and a bar. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and a banquet hall
Room features
All 56 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and memory foam beds
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 15 October to 30 April:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from 31 May to 01 October

Frequently asked questions

Does The Imperial have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from October 15 until April 30.

Is The Imperial pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Imperial ?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Imperial ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Imperial ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Imperial located?

Located in Huning Highland Historic District, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Fresenius Medical Care at Lovelace Medical Center, University of New Mexico and Albuquerque Convention Center. Fresenius Medical Care at Heart Hospital Of New Mexico and Fresenius Medical Care at Kindred Hospital Of Albuquerque are also within 10 minutes. Alvarado Transportation Center is 14 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Imperial Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 227 out of 279 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 279 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 279 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 279 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 279 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff, clean cozy room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room! Great staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn’t use the bar. Parking was tight but fine. The Imperial is 1 of our favorite places to stay! Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly staff upon check-in. Very clean lobby, and outdoor grounds. The room was very clean and decorated very nice in a retro style. Dining options on the property that tasted great, free laundry facility. I will definitely be back next time I stay in the Albuquerque.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yasmani did a wonderful job preparing our room for us and I had great interactions with Noah the evening night clerk and morning clerk that made us a lovely latte and matcha. I can’t remember her name but she was stellar, very helpful.Very cute merchandise and all of the spaces were clean. I clean for a living. Great location for activities around the town, we experienced the chile drop about 10 minutes away. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zenaida

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very impressed with the room...simple but exceptionally clean!!!Front desk staff very pleasant and friendly.The only negative comment about this place is that its kinda noisy due to traffic even at night(which we didnt mind)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place! Clean, comfortable, quiet, and well located. Loved the funky vibe and cool format w food vendors, bar and coffee shop. The BEST coffee! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bryan

Curtains, if you want to call them that are shear. You can see right
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Cute retro motel. Staff was very friendly. Beds are comfortable and place is very clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were stylish and had all the modern amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable bed, clean room, Reliable internet, great pool and laundry facilities!! The desk staff were very kind & helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute kitschy Midcentury modern
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old style Route 66 charm
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great retro finishes and super comfortable. Loved this place and will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilie

Great motel that’s been completely renovated! Great decor & super comfy room! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This retro motel is just fun. Nicely appointed, clean and the beds are so comfortable. They really have nailed the retro experience in the best way! Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There isn’t enough parking, but we were pleased with everything else.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and beautifully restored vintage/retro midcentury modern motel. Loved the kitsch! Parking was convenient right up by the door, and because it was inside the U-shaped motel layout, it was secure. Well lit, too. Room was clean and nicely decorated. Dining options close by with room service and takeout available. Would stay again, for sure! Nice staff, too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome hotel. Quaint, quiet, affordable and fun.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Danica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very nice and helpful. Wish the place across the way was open for breakfast, but next time! :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk people exceptional in attitude and helpfulness. Room light and airy. Good bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was really friendly. Room was cozy and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and comfortable

Old fashioned motel. Clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Horst

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
nice new motel with pleasant rooms in modern design. liked it very much. all staff very friendly. only negative point: the pool was very cold, should be at least a little bit heated. I chose this motel due to the pool. would choose another one next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025